We study how people use libraries. Then we design them.

A discovery layout applies reader-centred thinking to designing library interiors.
From book browsing to makerspace, health offers and business support.

Reading for pleasure

The focus of all our work is readers — their reading lives and reading choices. We believe that readers are active participants in the world of books and literature not just passive consumers. There are no writers without readers. We are audience developers for the written word.

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New courses
available to order!

Use our training to transform the library experience for your customers. Hot topics for senior managers — Reading for wellbeing, Creating themed collections and Engaging audiences. Plus affordable self-assessed courses start at £25 to develop book confidence for frontline staff.

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Discover your next
great read

Check out the brilliant new whichbook.net. Book covers change as you move the sliders, spin the globe to choose a setting or start from a familiar bestseller...

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